Pre-Conference Tours
Tour registration will open on May 1
Tour A: Coronado Island Recreation and Golf Services
Wednesday, November 5
8:30 am- 1:30 pm
Includes Lunch
Tour cost: $150
Join us for a unique opportunity to explore an entire parks and rec department and gain insights from their experienced management team!
📍 Coronado Recreation and Golf Services
🌴 Located on scenic Coronado Island
What You'll Experience:
✔️ Community Center
✔️ Aquatic Center
✔️ Boathouse
✔️ Skate Park
✔️ Senior Center
✔️ Golf Course
🔹 Learn firsthand about the operations, programs, and facilities that make this department unique and successful.
🔹 Connect with industry professionals from around the country.
🎉 Tour Finale: Lunch at the Golf Course!
The tour concludes with lunch at the golf course, where you'll have the opportunity to engage with tour host Tim Farmer and his staff, ask questions, and network with fellow attendees.
Tour B: San Diego State University
Wednesday, November 5
8:30 am-1:00 pm
Includes Lunch
Tour cost: $150
Join Athletic Business for an insider tour of San Diego State University’s state-of-the-art athletic and recreation facilities!
Tour Highlights Include:
✔️ Soccer & Track Sports Deck
💦 Diving & Water AquaPlex
🥎 Softball & Baseball Stadiums
🏋️ Weight Room
🏀 Basketball Training Facility
🔥 Viejas Arena
💪 Aztec Recreation Center
🏟️ Snapdragon Stadium
This is a MUST-SEE opportunity for fitness, athletic, and recreation professionals looking to gain insights, inspiration, and industry connections!
Lunch will be served in the Viejas Arena and gives attendees the opportunity to ask the hosts questions and network with fellow attendees.
Wine Tour
Wednesday, November 5
11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tour cost: $260
🍷Kick Off the AB Show in Style – Join Us for a VIP Winery Tour! 🍇
What better way to explore Southern California and get into the spirit of the AB Show than with an unforgettable wine tour through beautiful San Diego Wine Country?
Your VIP Tour Includes:
🍷 Ample wine tastings at custom-appointed winery estates
🚐. Door-to-door transportation from the San Diego Convention Center
🌄 Scenic views of the bay and mountains – perfect for photos
🍕 Custom-made brick oven pizzas for a delicious vineyard meal
🍇 Guided winery tour and wine tasting appreciation presentation
🗺️ Entertaining commentary on local history, viticulture & iconic sights
🥤 Non-alcoholic drinks & bottled water available throughout the tour
🌿 Free time to stroll the vineyards and soak in the atmosphere
🎁 Wine tote commemorative gift bag to take home
Connect, relax, and raise a glass with fellow AB Show attendees before the event begins!
